Table 1 The Haddon matrix and traffic accidents
From: Using the Haddon matrix to explore medical response strategies for terrorist subway bombings
Phase | Host | Agent/Vehicle | Physical environment | Social environment/Organizational culture |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pre-crash | •Information •Attitude •Traffic police officers’ law enforcement efforts •... | •Lighting •Brakes •Vehicle performance •... | •Road design and layout •Inadequate signage •... | •Speed limits •... |
Crash | •Use of fixtures •Degree of traffic crash injuries •... | •Role of fixtures •Anti-collision design •... | •Collision-protection facilities on the road •... | •... |
Post-crash | •Organization of the medical response •First-aid level •... | •Risk of a vehicle fire •Difficulties when entering and exiting the vehicle •... | •Suitable rescue equipment •Traffic congestion •... | •Assistance from family and society •Insurance •... |